Prince Philip, whom Elizabeth married in 1947, died on April 9 at the age of 99. Elizabeth, who is also the world’s longest-reigning monarch, will be at the castle for her birthday, which traditionally passes off with little or no ceremony. The queen also has an official birthday, which is usually celebrated with greater pomp on the second Saturday in June. Elizabeth, who was born on April 21, 1926, in Bruton Street, central London, grew up not expecting to become queen. Elizabeth is also queen of 15 former British colonies including Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer April 20, 2021 22:52 UTC